Ahmad had $108 more than Michael. Every day, Ahmad would spend 4 times as much money as Michael. After 6 days, Ahmad and Michael were left with equal amount of money. How much did Ahmad spend every day?
| |
Ahmad |
Michael |
More |
| Before |
1 p + 4 u |
1 p + 1 u |
$108 |
| Change |
- 4 u |
- 1 u |
|
| After |
1 p |
1 p |
|
Amount that Ahmad spent more than Michael
= 4 u - 1 u
= 3 u
3 u = 108
1 u = 108 ÷ 3 = 36
Amount that Ahmad spent in 6 days
= 4 u
= 4 x 36
= $144
Amount that Ahmad spent every day
= 144 ÷ 6
= $24
Answer(s): $24
